Jim Summers

About Jim Summers

As a Senior Technical Recruiter at BraveView, Inc, I lead the recruitment, talent…

Experience

1. Senior Recruiter

   Braveview, Inc

   Jan 2021 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Lead recruitment, talent sourcing, and employment marketing efforts for hourly positions in assigned marketUse a variety of Talent Management system(s) to create and manage job postings and record and administer candidate tracking data, information, and hiring statusesIdentify, evaluate and deploy community and internet sourcing strategies and techniques for designated markets to determine best practices to identify and hire high-quality hourly talentCreate and execute a sourcing strategy that establishes the company as an “Employer of Choice” within local communities, including partnering with community, military, and grassroots organizations to identify and motivate candidates, manage recruitment advertising, job posting, field visits, community organization sponsorships, etc.Use advanced internet technologies and social media to leverage branding of the company and promote hourly position openingsRepresent the company at job fairs, school and community events, etc. while building sustainable relationships in the surrounding communityEstablish and manage the pipeline of potential employees, and partner with local branch management teams to anticipate, determine and fulfill crew/gardener recruiting needsScreen candidates prior to referral to branch Production or Operations Managers for hiring consideration, including conducting phone screens and/or interviewsParticipate in market and branch production meetings to develop an understanding of business practices and strategic planningPromote the employee referral program locally and assist with developing high-quality talent reservoirs from employees, workforce centers, competitors and colleges/training/vocational schools, etc.Train and coach Production and Operations Managers in interviewing and fair selection skillsParticipate in departmental projects and team meetings as requiredMaintain a flexible, positive, and adaptable attitude in the face of changing business needs or priority shifts